Reports say that Apple is planning to announce its own mapping service at next week’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC). This service will eventually replace the Google-operated back end for the Maps app that is bundled with every iPhone. Google has provided that service ever since the iPhone’s debut in 2007. more…
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Mobile advertising continues to grow. If you are a search marketer, you can’t read a blog or check your Twitter feed without seeing another article about the growth of mobile advertising. Google AdWords is helping to continue driving this trend by offering new features that make mobile advertising even easier. more…
The principles of openness and universal access that underpinned the creation of the internet three decades ago are under greater threat than ever, according to Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
In an interview with the Guardian, Brin warned more…
Google’s position as the default search engine on Apple’s mobile devices is drawing scrutiny from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Apple has been subpoenaed for information on its deals with Google to make it the preferred search engine on iPhones and iPads, according to Bloomberg. more…
Twitter’s mobile app now includes Promoted Accounts ads, extending the reach for marketers who want to increase their follower ranks. Promoted Tweets will “in the coming weeks” appear in news feeds via its app as well, the San Francisco-based company announced more…
Itching to see what the iPad 3 looks like and don’t want to wait until Wednesday?
Tech blog MIC Gadget has reportedly obtained parts of the next-generation iPad. If this is real, it’s the closest look yet at the new tablet from Apple.
In line with industry speculation, the clip reveals that the iPad 3 touts a larger camera lens and a slightly thicker shell. more…
As Yahoo struggles to keep up with younger competitors, the Web portal company is weighing a new tactic: threatening legal action over its patent holdings.
Yahoo is seeking to force Facebook into licensing 10 to 20 patents over technologies that include more…
Apple is aiming to improve the search and discovery features in its App Store, with the purchase of Australian start-up Chomp a search engine for apps, TechCrunch reported. Chomp develops tools that help users find new and relevant applications on iOS and Android devices. more…
